Pokimane, a known Twitch personality has made the decision to move on from her time, on Twitch after a ten years. With a fanbase of 9.3 million followers she shared her farewell message on Twitter marking the end of a chapter for both herself and her loyal supporters. Reflecting on her time on Twitch Pokimane expressed gratitude for the cherished memories and love she received during her days playing League of Legends, Fortnite and Among Us.
The response from Twitch was incredibly heartwarming as they tweeted their support saying, ” What an incredible journey it’s been. We’re so proud of everything you’ve accomplished and what’s ahead in the future. You’ll always have a home on Twitch, Poki 💜.” This exchange highlights the connection that has formed over the years and emphasizes how instrumental the platform has been, in Pokimanes rise to fame.
What’s Next for Pokimane?
As the community ponders where she might go next potential options include teaming up with Félix “xQc” Lengyel on Kick or exploring YouTube Gaming, a platform where Ludwig Ahgren has carved out his space. Regardless of the path she chooses Pokimanes departure marks a moment for Twitch. The platform has recently encountered obstacles such, as layoffs and uncertainties surrounding its future under Amazons ownership.
Twitch’s CEO, Dan Clancy, has openly discussed the platform’s financial struggles, emphasizing the need for sustainability without relying on big-money deals for streamers. “The cost of retaining those streamers would have been far more than the revenue generated from them,” Clancy stated, shedding light on Twitch’s strategic shift away from expensive exclusivity contracts.
As we say goodbye to the era of Pokimane, on Twitch we can’t. Acknowledge her lasting impact as one of the influential figures, on the platform. Fans and the streaming community are eagerly anticipating her chapter as she continues to shape the future of entertainment.
